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5 practical and adorable gift ideas from St. Petersburg

5 practical and adorable gift ideas from St. Petersburg

Expats and Russians agree: Everybody loves gifts from Russia

The life and times of modern Kumandins, the Swan People of Altai

The life and times of modern Kumandins, the Swan People of Altai

Hope remains for one indigenous nation that has lost nearly everything.

In search of the perfect souvenir from Russia

In search of the perfect souvenir from Russia

Our guide will show you where to look

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Borders, locals and other fears to overcome when traveling to Russia

5 common fears foreign tourists have when coming to Russia

Several recent travelers share some worries that turned out to be either...

A smooth and carefree visit to Russia depends on doing your homework: Conquer visas, registration and other bureaucratic hurdles with our special guide

Everything you were afraid to ask about Russian visas

Many foreign travelers hesitate coming to Russia due to its stringent visa ...

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Russian cities for foreign tourists: Expectations versus reality

Sometimes a city’s reputation is deserved, while other times it is...

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National Park 'Kenozersky' in the Arkhangelsk region

Volunteer programs in Russia for lovers of traveling for charity

RBTH describes how and where it is possible to be a volunteer

Visitors can find the “imperial road to the unconscious” in Freud museum in Russia

Keep Russia weird: 9 of the most unusual museums

Many have heard of the Hermitage in Saint-Petersburg and the Tretyakov...

A city view of Omsk

Traveler’s guide to the city of Omsk, Western Siberia’s secret gem

Omsk's industrial suburbs look off-putting but the gently attractive...

Guide to the most spectacular places in Moscow to enjoy autumn colors

Why it is definitely worth visiting Moscow this autumn In...

Ladoga skerries in the discrict of Lakhdenpokhya

Walking in the footsteps of the ancient karelians

The Russian northern republic of Karelia is the soulmate of Scandinavia,...

Tokarevsky lighthouse in Vladivostok

The lights over the sea: The most spectacular lighthouses in Vladivostok

The main symbols of Vladivostok are its famous lighthouses and bridges....

Ryazan: Ancient symbol of Russian resilience

Ryazan was completely devastated in 1237 and revived at another location

The City of Vladivostok

The Russian Far East: On the edge of the Pacific

The Far East of Russia is home to many beautiful cities. Not only that, it ...

In Russia, there are many beautiful trails for ecotourists to tread

Top 10 environmentally-friendly destinations to experience in Russia

From the Far East to the Kaluga region, enjoy cool opportunities in...

The Cross of Repentance erected atop a hill near the city of Karabash.

6 locations in Russia, where traveling to is dangerous for tourists

RBTH has compiled a list of the most dangerous places for tourists

Novosibirsk. A brigde across the Ob river

A traveler's guide to Novosibirsk, the unofficial capital of Siberia

One hundred years ago this megapolis was a tiny settlement near the Ob...

The South shore of the Kola Peninsula: Evoking the traditional culture of...

Tourists find architectural monuments and stunning natural scenes

The village of Paris in Chelyabinsk region, Southern Urals

Paris, Berlin, Leipzig and other Russian villages

Surprisingly enough, one remote area in the Southern Urals hides a tiny...

Galich: Center of Kostroma’s lake district

The town’s neoclassical center make it a fascinating destination

Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius

A taste of Russian spirituality: Trinity Lavra of St Sergius

Located 70 km northeast of Moscow, the monastery is considered the...

Baltic escapade: the writer’s village on the shores of the Gulf of Finland

Datsan Gunzechoinei, located on the banks of the Bolshaya Neva

The Datsan by the Neva: Celebrating the heritage of Buddhism in St....

Buddhism was incorporated into Russia as early as the 17th century but...

World Cup warm-up: Travel Tips to Experience the Country at its best

A Feeling that can’t be Matched: World Cup will be a great time to get out ...

Optina Monastery

The most incredible journeys taken by the greatest of Russia’s literary...

From Tolstoy’s final journey, to Yerofeev’s regional tour: the greatest...

Moscow Must-See Sites for Visitors: strolling around the Kremlin

If you have some free time during your trip to Moscow, a picturesque walk...

Taking a journey off the beaten track, to the lesser-known regions of...

Tatarstan is home to many historic locations, but many of them may have...

Kamensk bell factory

The Bell Capital of Russia and Mysticism of the Last Century

In the old industrial town of Kamensk-Uralsky, located 100 km from...